Congregation B'nai Emunah | Tulsa
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
French-Jewish actor and comedian, Gad Elmaleh, moves back home to Paris after a life in America and a conversion to Catholicism. Dumfounded by his obsession with the Virgin Mary, Gad’s family tries everything in their power to bring him back to Judaism for fear of losing him forever. The film is available to rent on AmazonPrime for a modest fee. Join us for our conversation at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom (918 583 7121). Newcomers are welcome to join the dialogue.
Join us for a Shabbat gathering crafted for babies and their families. Revel in the joy of singing songs, playing games, and savoring a delightful Shabbat dinner. It's an excellent opportunity to establish and embrace your own family traditions. While no reservation is required for the celebration, we ask you to secure your spot for the meal by registering on the link below.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Too often, we only think about Jewish lifecycle events when they arrive at our doorstep. Behind the Lifecycle is a new series designed to take a step back and explore these moments before we encounter them in real time. Each session will focus on a different stage of life, weaving together traditional sources, contemporary practice, and practical guidance to help us make thoughtful, informed choices.
Lifelong learners from all over the community are invited to join Rabbi Kaiman for a learning session at Zarrow Pointe. Please check in at Zarrow Pointe Town Center, and you will be directed to the Theater Room. Light treats and refreshments will be served. There is no cost to attend the learning series, but please indicate your attendance through website registration.
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Sisterhood invites the community to join in a morning of celebration, connection, and community as the women of B’nai Emunah lead the annual Sisterhood Shabbat Service. We’ll be joined by special guest speaker, Emily Kaiser, who will present the Dvar Torah, “The Power of Storytelling”. Emily, a media consultant and investor in local news, is a former Reuters journalist with 20 years of experience covering stories from two dozen countries. Emily’s commitment is to building newsrooms that reflect the diversity of the communities they cover. Sisterhood Shabbat is chaired by Jodi Finer Zalk, and will be led by Nina Fitzerman Blue. Sisterhood invites those in attendance to remain after the service to enjoy a light luncheon. Please indicate your attendance on the registration link.
The Synagogue is proud to continue its’ ongoing sponsorship of the Tulsa MLK Parade. We’re delighted that this event is one of the largest such parades in the country and encourage all to march, attend, or tune in on TV from home. The parade route begins at 11:00 p.m., but we’ll be gathering for hot drinks and a bite to eat starting at 10:00 a.m. From our preschool families to those involved in the Altamont Bakery and refugee resettlement, we’re excited to march as one organization representing The Synagogue. Please help us plan for your participation by registering on the link below.
Synagogue meeting/staging area To Be Announced
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Experience a musical Shabbat evening with songs and storytelling starting at 5:30 p.m. This inclusive and accessible event is an ideal introduction to Shabbat traditions, welcoming participants of all ages and backgrounds. After services, we’ll enjoy a beautiful Shabbat dinner together at 6:15 p.m. The evening will conclude with a special Shabbat Talks presentation, starting at 7:00 p.m. Reserve your spot at the Shabbat table through website registration.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Join the club and embark on a flavorful, family adventure. Participants will meet after ShulSchool for lunch, schmoozing, and a hands-on kitchen session. Throughout the experience, we’ll learn about the history and meaning of a traditional Tu B’Shevat related dish and get to work on making it ourselves. Each family will leave with their dish in hand, along with a recipe and instructions to recreate the experience at home. Please indicate your attendance through the registration link.
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Celeste Noelle Gebhardt, daughter of Erika Stone DuBose, will become a Bat Mitzvah at Congregation B’nai Emunah. Celeste, known as Sunny to her friends, is a student at the Union Freshman Academy. She is part of the Union Marching Band program, Renegade Regiment, that recently placed 9th in the Oklahoma Bandmasters Association 6A state championship. Celeste is also on the Union Varsity Winter Guard team, that will compete in Class A World Championships in April. She is President of Union’s National Junior Honor Society, and is currently working toward her Gold Award in Girl Scouts. On Sunday mornings, Celeste works as a Madrichim at Temple Israel during Shorashim alongside Sarah Downing, her previous teacher. Over the last year, she has studied under the guidance and care of the incredible Jackie Lasky. Celeste is happy to celebrate her day with family, friends, and the Tulsa community.
The community is invited to join the family for services at 9:30 a.m. in person at Congregation B'nai Emunah or in the Synagogue Zoom Room.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
For the 30th year, we invite all community members to bake their favorite cookies and bars at home for this project any time during the month of December. If you begin early, please wrap your contribution securely and freeze it at home. Please drop your baked goods at the Synagogue during the three-day window between December 22 and December 24, before 9:00 a.m. We will tray everything for eventual distribution to hospital emergency rooms, waiting rooms, police and fire stations, the Ronald McDonald house—wherever essential services are offered on Christmas Day. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Richie Bolusky at rbolusky@bnaiemunah.com or by calling 918-583-7121.
Volunteers will help prepare and deliver a minimum of 24 complete turkey Christmas meals for families in hospice care who may not have the ability to provide a festive holiday meal for themselves. Kitchen volunteers will cook a meal worthy of the season, and later a separate group will make delivery of the hot Christmas eve meals to the homes of the recipient families. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Richie Bolusky at rbolusky@bnaiemunah.com or by calling 918-583-7121.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Experience a musical Shabbat evening with songs and storytelling starting at 5:30 p.m. This inclusive and accessible event is an ideal introduction to Shabbat traditions, welcoming participants of all ages and backgrounds. Following services at 6:15 p.m., we’ll enjoy a traditional Chanukah feast of latkes and sufganiyot enjoyed with family and friends. Let us do the cooking and cleaning so you can relax and enjoy. Reserve your spot at the Shabbat table by registering on the link below.
A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting chronicles the devastating massacre at Tree of Life Synagogue on October 27, 2018—the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history. Through deeply personal interviews with survivors, family members of the slain, and members of the Pittsburgh Jewish community, the film lays bare the immediate horror of that day and explores the long journey of grief, resilience, reckoning, and hope for healing. The film is available to view on HBOMax. Newcomers are welcome to join the dialogue.
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Let loose outside as we light up the night. We’ll pour into the street in front of the Synagogue for a dance party, Chanukah treats, interactive light installations, and a communal candle-lighting of a menorah of epic proportions. It will be an evening filled with music, laughter, and the warmth of community. Dress warmly for this outdoor party which starts at 5:30 p.m. The festival is open to all, but please indicate your attendance on the registration link below.
We’re honored to welcome Barak Sella, the next Elson Fellow through the Jewish Federation of Tulsa. Barak will speak during services and will be available for questions, conversation, and deeper engagement at the luncheon following services. Our Shabbat morning services begin at 9:30 a.m. with Torah reading beginning at 10:00 a.m. Join us for this special Shabbat morning. There is no cost to attend, but please let us know you’re coming by registering on the link below. Our thanks to the Jewish Federation of Tulsa for sponsoring the community luncheon. All are welcome!
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
The Synagogue is excited to partner with Magic City Books in welcoming home a lifelong member of the Tulsa Jewish community, acclaimed actor, writer, and director, Tim Blake Nelson, to celebrate the publication of his newest book, Superhero. In this sharp and witty look behind the scenes of Hollywood’s blockbuster machine, Nelson pulls back the curtain on fame, ambition, and the price of perfection. Nelson is known for his award-winning work across film, television, and theater. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he has appeared in acclaimed films such as O Brother, Where Art Thou?, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, and The Incredible Hulk, while also directing and writing several independent features. This is a ticketed event. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit magiccitybooks.com/events.
The Synagogue is excited to partner with Magic City Books in welcoming home, long-time Tulsan and congregation member, Barry Friedman, to celebrate the newest book in his series, Jack Sh*t 3: I’m the Father. The book series is a warm, wry memoir‐style reflection on the author’s father, Jack Friedman, as he winds down his years at the Tulsa Jewish retirement center (which Jack dubs “The Hebrew Home”). Blending humor, compassion, and the bittersweet reality of aging and memory loss, the book follows Jack’s antics and observations—from bagel-runs and quirky conversations, to deeper moments of confusion as dementia progresses. This is free event, open to the public. For more information, please visit magiccitybooks.com/events.
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
When women rise together, hearts open, hope grows, and change begins. Join B’nai Emunah Sisterhood, along with the sisters of the Jewish Federation of Tulsa and Temple Israel, in showering moms in the childbirth Community Action Program (CAP) with items they need for their hospital stay upon giving birth. You can purchase items for the Pregnancy Bags, as well as join in assembling these items. Details and RSVP: JewishTulsa.org/sisterhood-simcha
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Experience a musical Shabbat evening with songs and storytelling, starting at 5:30 p.m. This inclusive and accessible event is an ideal introduction to Shabbat traditions, welcoming participants of all ages and backgrounds.
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., we celebrate Shabbat through song, Torah study, and fellowship. These services, available both in-person and via Zoom, offer a chance to mark anniversaries, celebrate milestones, and engage in our congregation's ritual life.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Join us for a Shabbat gathering crafted for babies and their families. Revel in the joy of singing songs, playing games, and savoring a delightful Shabbat dinner. It's an excellent opportunity to establish and embrace your own family traditions. While no reservation is required for the celebration, we ask you to secure your spot for the meal by registering on the link below.
Ella, a theatre costume designer and mistress of a playwright, experiences the sudden death of her lover. She begins to frequent his Shiva and observes the life that was forbidden to her. Eventually, she demands her legitimate right to mourn. The film is available to rent on Amazon Prime.
You can browse Rabbi Fitzerman’s notes and his review of the film on “Thoughts and Prayers,” his new opinion page. The address for his blog is www.marcboonefitzerman.org.
Join the moderated discussion in the Synagogue Zoom Room. The Zoom meeting ID is 918 583 7121 or you can use the the “Join Zoom” link below. Newcomers are welcome to join the dialogue.
Members of the Tulsa community are invited to gather for an interfaith vigil in support of our immigrant neighbors and friends. The next vigil will be held on the front steps of The Synagogue | Congregation B'nai Emunah, 1719 S Owasso Ave. in Tulsa
This is a monthly gathering of prayer, reflection, and witness for people who seek peace, safety, and dignity for all who call this place home. The gathering will rotate between various communities of faith with reflective elements from the hosting congregation’s particular tradition each time. Together, we will lift our voices for compassion and justice—trusting that our presence matters and that silence is never the faithful option when others live in fear.
All are welcome. Whether you come to pray, to listen, or simply to stand in solidarity, your presence is a sign of hope. For questions or more information, please reach out to Rabbi Kaiman, who is helping to coordinate this effort alongside leaders from various faith communities.
We gather for traditional daily prayer. Additionally, those who are mourning a loved one or observing the anniversary of a loss (yahrtzeit) can use this opportunity to recite communal Mourner’s Kaddish.
The Zoom Meeting ID is 918-583-7121. To join by phone, dial (346) 248-7799 and enter our Meeting ID.
Join us at Courts & Commons, a great spot that combines food hall and pickleball facility, for a relaxed evening of connection and fun. Whether you're picking up a paddle or just coming for the food and conversation, it's all about building community.
No experience necessary, and equipment will be on hand if you don't have any. Just come ready for food, fun, and a few laughs. There is no cost to attend and play. Food and beverages can be purchased as desired in the facility’s food hall. Please indicate your attendance using the registration link below.
Magic City Books and The Synagogue welcome New York Times best-selling author Travis Baldree to celebrate his latest book in the Legends & Lattes series, Brigands & Breadknives. In addition to being a bestselling and award-winning author, Baldree is also an audiobook narrator and video game developer. For more information about this ticketed event, please visit magiccitybooks.com/events.
Join us at the Plaza of the Americas, at 702 S Denver Ave., for a special afternoon of art, reflection, and service as we gather for an artist walkthrough of Assembly, the new downtown installation by Tulsa-based artist Richard Zimmerman, presented by the Urban Core Art Project (UCAP). Before the artist talk, we’ll begin with a brief community cleanup, collecting trash and debris from the plaza - an area often frequented by Tulsa’s unhoused neighbors.
Too often, we only think about Jewish lifecycle events when they arrive at our doorstep. Behind the Lifecycle is a new series designed to take a step back and explore these moments before we encounter them in real time. Each session will focus on a different stage of life, weaving together traditional sources, contemporary practice, and practical guidance to help us make thoughtful, informed choices.